Google Workspace Changes

Translate the Workspace Updates blog in over 100 languages.

You can now use Google translate to view content on the Workspace Updates blog in over 100 languages. The translation option can be found in the footer of the website and it can also be used on mobile browsers when you select “View web version” at the bottom of the page.

Translate the Workspace Updates blog in over 100 languages

You can now use Google translate to view content on the Workspace Updates blog in over 100 languages.

Remove the background from your images in Google Slides, Drawings & Vids using 20+ languages.

The feature to remove the background from your images is now available for users utilizing any of these 20+ languages.

Send feedback directly to the owner of a Google Form.

A new setting in Google Forms will allow form responders to contact form owners. This can be helpful for reporting issues or asking questions.

Gemini app conversation history settings are starting to take effect.

Admins can pre-configure new Gemini conversation history settings, which will begin to be enforced for Gemini app users.

Gemini summary cards are now available in the Gmail app on Android and iOS devices.

Gemini summary cards are being introduced to the Gmail app. These cards will appear at the top of email content for longer email threads, providing users with concise summaries of key points. The feature leverages Gemini to synthesize information from the email thread and any replies.

Admins can configure Calendar interoperability with Microsoft Office 365 using the Microsoft Graph API, replacing the existing Exchange Web Services (EWS) API.

Starting May 28, 2025, admins can utilize the Microsoft Graph API to enable Calendar interoperability with Microsoft Office 365. This update replaces the Exchange Web Services (EWS) API, which Microsoft will discontinue support for on October 1, 2026. Admins can configure interoperability through the Admin console under Calendar Interop Management. The update also includes a streamlined user interface, improved troubleshooting, and allows admins to grant access to only Exchange calendar data.

Google Drive: Introducing video engagement insights.

Google Drive is introducing a new feature to measure video engagement. Users will be able to see the total number of times a video is opened in the Details panel under a new Analytics section. This helps users understand how viewers are engaging with their videos.

Use NotebookLM on-the-go with new mobile app

We’re excited to introduce the NotebookLM mobile app on Android and iOS devices, enabling all NotebookLM users to listen to and interact with their audio overviews and other functionalities on-the-go. In addition, we’re introducing the ability for users to specify the lengths of their audio overviews. This particular functionality is only available on web at this time, with plans to extend to mobile at a later date.

Introducing a new ‘Getting started’ page to make it easier to create Google Vids

We’re introducing a ‘Getting started’ page offering a variety of ways to create videos using Google Vids. Depending on your Workspace edition, this will include options to: plan your video story, generate video clips, record yourself, select a template, upload a clip or image, or start with a blank vid.

Import, edit, and refine Deep Research reports directly into Canvas before exporting to Docs.

Users can now import, edit, and refine Deep Research reports directly into Canvas before exporting to Docs for further collaboration.

Gemini suggests related resources in your report.

Gemini will proactively suggest related resources in your report to deepen your knowledge, like interactive charts, planning simulators, and additional deep dives into relevant topics.

Upload PDFs and images directly into Deep Research.

Users can now upload PDFs and images directly into Deep Research, and link documents from Google Drive, expanding the sources of information the tool can draw from.

Gemini Advanced users continue to have access to 2.5 Pro (experimental).

Users with Gemini Advanced continue to have access to the 2.5 Pro (experimental) model for complete reasoning within Deep Research.

Deep Research can now use 2.5 Flash experimental.

Deep Research in Gemini now supports the use of the 2.5 Flash experimental model, improving its capabilities.